Varlamore: Part One | March 20th
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It's finally time to venture to the land of Varlamore!
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Changelog - March 20th
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Varlamore: Part One
- Part One of Varlamore is out now! Main features include:
- Fortis Colosseum
- Perilous Moons
- Hunter's Guild
- New Thieving Activity
- New Prayer Activity
- New Mining Activity
- Four New Quests
- And much more!
Other Changes
- The Birthday festivities have concluded and the accompanying party favours have been put away until next year.
- Jewels may no longer be attached to a Keris Partisan while it is equipped unless the player satisfies the requirement to equip the resulting jewelled Partisan.
- The stone chests of Kebos no longer claim that you might have received a Medium Clue Scroll every time you loot them.
- The Spade in the underground region of the Morytania Slayer Tower can now be telegrabbed.
- Streamlined Elnock's dialogue so that it no longer forces you to click through his question about Impling Scrolls every time you return to him.
- More menus now refer to the Neitiznot Shield by its updated name.
- The level-up messages for Crafting no longer mention Leprechaun Charms.
- The Grand Exchange buy limit for Christmas Crackers has been reduced from 50 to 4.
- Corrected the spelling of Sotetseg's name in the Combat Achievements list.
- Made wording in messages about potion decanting more consistent.
PvP World Rota
The PvP rota has moved to Period A:
- 560 - (UK) - PvP World
- 319 - (US) - Bounty Hunter World
- 579 - (US) - High-Risk PvP World
- 561 - (UK) - Free-to-Play PvP World
- 580 - (US) - LMS Competitive
World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been de-activated with this rota.
World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been de-activated with this rota.
The PvP Arena is using 'Max/Med' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.
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Varlamore: Part One
Varlamore is finally open to visitors – and you’re cordially invited to be among the first to explore the famous Shining Kingdom. To start your journey, you’ll need to complete Children of the Sun, the beginning of the Varlamore questline. If you’ve already completed it (well done you!) then you’ll find a quetzal waiting outside the eastern gate Varrock to carry you to Varlamore in style.
You’ll swoop into Civitas illa Fortis, Varlamore’s capital city. From there, the world (or at least the bit of it in Part One) is your oyster!
For more information, check out the extensive Varlamore: Part One - Overview newspost. Or, check out this video from Jeporite. They might be locked to Gielinor’s chilly northern climes, but they’ve heard a few things about Varlamore they’d like to share!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eZbfZPNsZU
If you can't see the video, CLICK HERE to watch.
This fantastic brochre below from our good friend GentleTractor highlights all the main features in Varlamore: Part One – but be sure to explore, as there’s plenty for you to discover…
To view the full image, CLICK HERE
[h2]Twilight's Promise (1)[/h2]
The second quest in the Varlamore storyline follows up on the events of Children of the Sun and introduces you to the land of Varlamore. While optional, we highly recommend completing this quest for a good overview of the area – and it’ll unlock your next highlight, too!
[h2]Quetzal Transport Network[/h2]
Quetzals are Varlamore’s national bird, and if you want to get around like a local, you’ll need to unlock the Quetzal Transport Network! These feathery fellows will have you soaring across the Savannah – and eventually, beyond. Some nests are pre-built, but other areas of Varlamore will need your help to build a comfortable landing zone.
[h2]Fortis Colosseum (2)[/h2]
Civitas illa Fortis has many claims to fame, but towering above them all is the city’s defining feature: the Fortis Colosseum. This epic arena is the setting for a new, wave-based PvM minigame.
THE COLOSSEUM IS DANGEROUS FOR BOTH HARDCORE AND HARDCORE GROUP IRON PLAYERS - YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!
Those of you who own a Fire Cape should be able to get your feet wet in the early rounds, but as the waves progress, you can expect combinations of enemies that will test the skills of even the most seasoned combatants. Unlike other wave-based minigames, as the difficulty increases, so too do the stakes. After each wave, you’ll be offered a choice: swallow your pride and leave with the loot or risk it all on the next battle – you’re here to put on a show, after all!
Practiced gladiators will be able to acquire the Tonalztic of Ralos, Sunfire Fanatic Armour, Sunfire Splinters, Sunfire Runes and loads of useful unlocks for both the colosseum and beyond. If you're good enough to complete all the waves inside the Colosseum, you'll walk away with Dizana's Quiver.
[h2]Thieving Activity (3 & 4)[/h2]
Civitas illa Fortis is home to the great and good of Varlamore – and we reckon they could use some help lightening their pockets! With 50 Thieving you can pickpocket wealthy Varlamorians in the Bazaar. Under normal conditions this activity has a high failure rate, but every so often a helpful street urchin will distract a citizen. While distracted, you’ll be able to auto-pickpocket these citizens, and you’ll have a 100% success rate. They’ll drop coin pouches just like any other pickpocket target, but every so often, you’ll also obtain a key… what’s that for, then?
Speak with a certain suspicious character lurking around Civitas’ wealthier homes, and they’ll help you use your key to sneak into the villas and loot the valuables… but be sure to escape before the owners return! This also includes a chance to get a Bone Statuette which can be chipped down into Blessed Bone Shards for Prayer XP.
[h2]Hunters' Guild (5)[/h2]
The Hunters’ Guild is home to Varlamore’s greatest hunters, who spend their time tracking their prey across the Avium Savannah. If you’ve got what it takes to join their ranks – 46 Hunter, to be precise – then you can follow the dirt roads from Civitas illa Fortis to the heart of the Avium Savannah, where the Guild’s many amenities await you.
Take on Hunter’s Rumours to track down unusual prey and get your hands on unique loot like the Quetzal Whistle – or even a quetzal pet! Or, avail yourself of the Guild’s leatherworking services and get yourself a new set of armour to hunt in.
Outside the guild, you’ll get to know some of Varlamore’s wildlife. Moths, Antelope, Jerboa, Foxes, and even Salamanders are all scuttling around, waiting to be trapped. You’ll learn to prepare Hunter Meats with a nifty healing over time effect, too!
Other new goodies include the Sunlight Hunter’s Crossbow (including new Ammunition types), the Hunter’s Spear, Sacks to store Meat and Furs, and improvements to existing Hunter gear.
[h2]Perilous Moons (8)[/h2]
Lurking below the surface of Cam Torum is an ancient temple, built to contain powerful entities. Now, the earth has been disturbed – and the dwarves need your help to keep these strange beings contained!
The quest found here will reveal a new chunk of PvM content aimed at mid-level players. We recommend tackling the dungeon with a combat level of 75 or greater.
Quest Requirements:
- 48 Slayer
- 20 Runecraft
- 20 Hunter
- 20 Fishing
- 10 Construction
- Completed Twilight's Promise
The Perilous Moons dungeon holds three deadly demi-bosses. Defeat them, and you’ll reemerge with some exciting new loot!
Even more excitingly, you can take on the bosses with other players without affecting your own loot potential! Each player has their own contribution meter which essentially acts as the boss’ health. So, bring your friends, explore the caverns, and grab yourselves some unique gear!
[h2]Mining Activity (10)[/h2]
Your second source of Blessed Bone Shards is this new low-intensity Mining method, available with 41 Mining. You’ll also receive Prayer XP as you mine!
Keep your eyes peeled – Mining veins with waterfalls boosts your success rate by 15%!
Occasionally, you’ll hit upon Calcified Deposits. Smash them with a hammer at your friendly local anvil, and you’ll either receive a stack of Bone Shards or a one-time, tradeable Cam Torum teleport. Handy!
While that covers the main points of your itinerary, we highly recommend wandering off the beaten track. There’s lots to explore in Part One of Varlamore… and even a few surprise goodies for you to discover!
Remember, this is just Part One. You can expect to hear more about Parts Two and Three very soon. In the meantime, have fun exploring Varlamore – and give those quetzals a cuddle from us!
[h2]Prayer Activity (11)[/h2]
Ralos’ Rise is the legendary mountain where the Varlamorian god Ralos is said to have appeared to his worshippers, thousands of years ago. Now, pilgrims travel here to make offerings at the Altar of Ralos. You know what they say… when in Varlamore!
To participate, you’ll need 30 Prayer, a few Jugs of Wine and bones. Under the watchful eye of the attendants, you’ll chip bones into shards, fill the libation pool with blessed wine, and make your offerings.
Bone Shards can be crafted from most existing bones, but will all give the same XP when offered. Higher-tier bones can be made into larger quantities of shards, and some even offer a chance for bonus shards!
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Other Changes
- The Birthday festivities have concluded and the accompanying party favours have been put away until next year.
- Jewels may no longer be attached to a Keris Partisan while it is equipped unless the player satisfies the requirement to equip the resulting jewelled Partisan.
- The stone chests of Kebos no longer claim that you might have received a Medium Clue Scroll every time you loot them.
- The Spade in the underground region of the Morytania Slayer Tower can now be telegrabbed.
- Streamlined Elnock's dialogue so that it no longer forces you to click through his question about Impling Scrolls every time you return to him.
- More menus now refer to the Neitiznot Shield by its updated name.
- The level-up messages for Crafting no longer mention Leprechaun Charms.
- The Grand Exchange buy limit for Christmas Crackers has been reduced from 50 to 4.
- Corrected the spelling of Sotetseg's name in the Combat Achievements list.
- Made wording in messages about potion decanting more consistent.
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Community News - J1MMY's Gary Gilbert Figure from Youtooz!
Check out this Gary vinyl figure on pre-order now from Youtooz – you had better be quick - orders close 29th March!
You’ve just arrived in Lumbridge on the infamous World 301 for the first time. You cross over the nearby River Lum, and quickly realize the rumors are true: the most handsome man you’ve ever seen is there, sword and shield in-hand, slaying mighty gobs. It’s really him… Gary Gilbert. J1MMY’s permanent new player and adventurer, Gary Gilbert, stands at 5 inches tall and is ready for any fight.
Gary’s signature mustache sits smugly below his nose and his spiky hair reaches to the sky. He sports his blue stitched shirt and black shorts proudly, and raises his bronze sword and wooden shield to take on anything that dares stand in his path (as long as they’re not over level 5).
This figure has been created under license, the first merch created by a content creator under an Avatar License with Jagex.
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PvP World Rota
The PvP rota has moved to Period A:
- 560 - (UK) - PvP World
- 319 - (US) - Bounty Hunter World
- 579 - (US) - High-Risk PvP World
- 561 - (UK) - Free-to-Play PvP World
- 580 - (US) - LMS Competitive
World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been de-activated with this rota.
World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been de-activated with this rota.
The PvP Arena is using 'Max/Med' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.
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